Experiencing depression can be an isolating experience for many people. It asks an individual to put the things in their life that bring them joy or tranquility on the back burner and replace them with feelings of sorrow, hopelessness, and anguish.

People who live with depression often know how difficult it can be to find the strength to pull themselves out of any episodes where their depression is triggered, and often try to find the solution to their problems on their own. Our practice is here to remind you that the journey of healing may be strenuous, but you never have to walk it alone.

What Causes Depression?

Depression is often thought of as an immense feeling of sadness, but realistically it can be so much more than that for people who are living through it. It is a combination of a mood and mental disorder that often creates an environment where an individual feels trapped in their feelings of loneliness and despair.

Many things that may trigger depression in someone's life - from losing a loved one to living in a high-stress situation - but the common factor in them all is that the breaking point for emotional capacity has been met, and a change needs to be made for that individual to finally feel safe again.

Symptoms Therapy Can Help Overcome

Working with a mental health professional to overcome depression is just one way that therapy can help someone on their path to healing. When depression takes over, it feels as if the world stops, and maintaining even the smallest tasks can feel like a mountain to climb. Symptoms for depression will look unique to every individual, but some of the common ones we see often are:

• Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or emptiness

• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed

• Significant changes in appetite or weight (increase or decrease)

• Sleep disturbances (insomnia or excessive sleeping)

• Fatigue or loss of energy

• Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering details

• Feelings of worthlessness, guilt, or excessive self-criticism

• Restlessness or irritability

• Physical symptoms like headaches, digestive issues, or chronic pain

• Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts

Because we understand that working through these symptoms requires a level of vulnerability and honesty, our practice aims at allowing someone to explore their symptoms in an environment that validates their emotional and mental experiences while providing the tools needed to conquer any future challenges that their depression might throw at them.

Embark On Your Road To Recovery

Taking the first step toward therapy can be daunting, but it’s a testament to your strength and desire for a better future. At Sage Minds Counseling, we are committed to walking this journey with you, providing the tools and support necessary to overcome depression and reclaim your life. If you or a loved one are ready to take the next step, please reach out to our office to learn more about getting started.